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The effect of the problem based learning model – steam assisted by multi-representation on improving students\' open-ended problem-solving abilities on the light reflection material / Yulia Rosa Khan Shakila
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ABSTRACT The level of mastery of principles and students abilities in solving abstract open-ended physics problems is still relatively low especially on the material of light reflection. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of the Problem Based Learning (PBL)-STEAM model assisted by multiple representations to improve students ability to solve open-ended problems on the material of light reflection. The application of the research method is a quasi-experimental with a pretest-posttest non-equivalent control group design using two classes as samples where the experimental class with the treatment of the PBL-STEAM model assisted by multiple representations and the control class received conventional learning. The research instruments included an open-ended essay test and a student perception questionnaire. The research data were analyzed through descriptive statistical analysis hypothesis testing and N-gain calculations. The results of the analysis stated that there was a significant difference in the ability to solve open-ended problems in both classes with a sig value of 0.028 and reinforced by the N-gain obtained by the experimental class namely 0.84 (high) compared to the control class only reaching 0.54 (moderate). Improvements were also seen in all problem-solving indicators especially in understanding problems and solving problems. The STEAM approach and the use of multiple representations have been shown to facilitate the understanding of abstract concepts and foster reflective problem-solving skills. Thus the multi-representation-assisted PBL-STEAM model makes a significant contribution to creating science learning that is contextual interactive and relevant to the demands of the 21st century.